Associate Professorship in Physical Geography (Biodiversity and Climate Change)

The School of Geography and the Environment, in association with St Anne’s
College, invites applications for a full-time Associate Professorship in
Physical Geography, with a focus on biodiversity and climate change.





The position is available from 1 September 2025, or at an earlier or later
date by negotiation, and will be held in conjunction with a Tutorial
Fellowship at St Anne’s College, as detailed in the job description below. The
post-holder will be based at the School of Geography and the Environment and
St Anne’s College, Oxford. The appointment will initially be for five years,
with the possibility of reappointment to retiring age following a successful
review.





The successful candidate will engage in advanced research, producing high-
quality publications of international significance, and will teach, supervise,
and examine undergraduate and graduate students. They will contribute to the
organisation and teaching of the undergraduate Geography degree at St Anne’s
College and are expected to deliver high-quality lectures, classes, and small-
group teaching in physical geography. Other responsibilities include
administrative duties for both the School and the College, as well as actively
contributing to their communities by promoting equality, diversity, and
inclusion.





The successful candidate is expected to have expertise and a strong research
interest in biodiversity and climate change that complements the School’s
existing research strengths in physical geography. Preference may be given to
candidates with research and teaching experience related to long-term past
climate change. They should hold a doctorate in physical geography or a
closely related field, have a proven track record of high-quality,
internationally recognised research and publications relevant to biodiversity
and climate change, and demonstrate evidence of significant and rigorous
research plans. The ability to be an inspiring and effective teacher is
essential. Other selection criteria are detailed in the job description.





The combined University and College salary ranges from £55,887 to £75,044 per
annum, with additional benefits including an annual housing allowance of
£11,635, a research allowance of £1,235 per annum, and an additional allowance
of £3,155 per annum upon receipt of the title of Full Professor through
Recognition of Distinction.





To apply, please submit your application online, including a curriculum vitae
and a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria, with
examples of your skills and experience. You will also be asked to provide
contact details for three referees and to indicate if they may be contacted
immediately.





The deadline for applications is 12 noon (UK time) on Monday, 20 January 2025.
Interviews are expected to take place **in person on Thursday 27 February
2025.**



For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Professor Giles
Wiggs, Head of the School of Geography and the Environment, at
head@ouce.ox.ac.uk, or Dr Shannon McKellar, Senior Tutor at St Anne’s College
at, senior.tutor@st-annes.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated in strict
confidence and will not influence the selection process. Further information
about the School of Geography and the Environment can be found at
www.geog.ox.ac.uk, and information about St Anne’s College is available at
www.st-annes.ox.ac.uk.





The School of Geography and the Environment and St Anne’s College are
committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Applications are particularly encouraged from women, Black, and minority
ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts at Oxford. The
School holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award in recognition of its commitment to
gender equality.